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President Biden’s announcements on refugee numbers have been met with strong criticism from within the Democratic Party.
In-depth: Deeply intertwined with the history of the Palestinian struggle, the UN agency has faced defunding and political delegitimisation in a bid to deprive refugees of their rights.
Cuban leader Raul Castro stepping down
Raul Castro has announced that he is stepping down as first secretary of Cuba.
Increase in Afghanistan civilian deaths in compared to 2020
There has been a sharp increase in civilian deaths in Afghanistan compared to numbers in 2020, UNAMA found. It comes as Biden revealed his ...
Biden to withdraw troops from Afghanistan, sets 9/11 target
President Joe Biden has decided to leave American troops in Afghanistan beyond the May 1 deadline negotiated with the Taliban by the Trump ...
US reinforces 'ironclad' Israel relationship as Iran tension rises
During a two-day visit to Israel, the US defence secretary was quick to reinforce Washington's close relationship with Israel amid tensions with Iran.
Former UK minister accuses pro-Israel lobby of 'disgusting interference'
Duncan wrote in his memoir 'In The Thick of It: The private diaries of a minister' that the Conservative Friends of Israel has pushed Britain to ...
US asks Iran to be 'pragmatic'
Following talks in Vienna, the US has asked Iran to be more practical when it comes to renegotiating the nuclear deal.
Iran nuclear talks to reconvene next week following breakthrough
So far, the two sides have agreed to the establishment of working groups to monitor Iran's nuclear activities and US' lifting of sanctions.
Iran, five powers hold second meeting on nuclear deal
The delicate diplomatic dance that began in Vienna on Tuesday needs to balance the concerns and interests of both Washington and Tehran.
Ex-NATO commander suggests extending US presence in Afghanistan
NATO's former top commander has suggested a six-month extension to the US presence in Afghanistan as the 1 May withdrawal deadline looms.
US agrees to move 'remaining combat troops' from Iraq
The US agreed to remove all remaining combat forces from Iraq.
Iran and US to hold indirect talks in Vienna
After months of waiting for the other to make the first move on potentially returning to the Iran nuclear deal, Iran and the US have agreed to ...
US 'open' to direct talks with Iran
The US will take part in next week's talks in Vienna, which Iran will also attend.
Obama's Kenyan Muslim 'beloved grandmother' dies aged 99
Mama Sarah will be buried Tuesday at her home, in line with Islamic traditions.
US President Biden 'to officially recognise Armenian genocide'
Joe Biden will reportedly be the first US president to officially denote the actions of the former Ottoman Empire in the First World War as genocide.
Putin delivers mocking response to Biden over 'killer' comment
Russian President Vladimir Putin has mocked his US counterpart Joe Biden over the latter’s comments calling him a ‘killer’, saying ‘it takes one ...
Will Biden's Afghanistan peace plan succeed?
Analysis: The US president's Afghanistan peace deal may alienate the very people it aims to bring together, the Afghan government and Taliban ...
US lawmaker Meeks shows his true colours on Palestine
Comment: Rep. Gregory Meeks' rightward shift is a worrying sign for Palestine advocates, as Biden's administration waits out elections in Israel ...
Biden signs huge stimulus bill ahead of coronavirus speech
President Joe Biden signed a massive $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill ahead of giving a national address where he was set to urge "hope".
Comment: The international community failed Syria. Now they must make sure the next decade is not as bleak as the last, writes Chris Doyle.
Biden halts drone strikes outside of war zones
The Biden administration will halt drone strikes in areas where US forces are not present, changing course from the pervious administration.
Barack, Michelle Obama to host Ramadan podcast on Spotify
The announcement has drawn some less-than-impressed responses from social media users.
Nuclear issue key as Iran readies for Rouhani replacement
"Rouhani has every interest in a diplomatic victory to polish the end of his mandate."
Negotiations with Iran over the next few days are 'imperative', diplomats say.
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